Maine Federal Spending
Federal obligations data for all 16 counties — FY2024 from USASpending.gov
Avg Per-Capita Spending
$13,162
Avg Total Per County
$1.0B
Counties with Data
16 of 16
Highest Federal Spending
By total obligations — FY2024
Highest Per-Capita Spending
By spending per resident — FY2024
All Maine Counties
| County | Total Spending | Per Resident | Contracts | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County | $3.6B | $11,609 | $517M | $248M |
| Sagadahoc County | $2.4B | $64,097 | $2.1B | $23M |
| York County | $2.3B | $10,598 | $755M | $76M |
| Kennebec County | $1.8B | $14,682 | $49M | $892M |
| Penobscot County | $1.5B | $9,682 | $127M | $313M |
| Androscoggin County | $748M | $6,660 | $2M | $68M |
| Aroostook County | $737M | $10,966 | $59M | $150M |
| Hancock County | $607M | $10,830 | $34M | $167M |
| Oxford County | $485M | $8,266 | $3M | $64M |
| Washington County | $423M | $13,534 | $50M | $118M |
| Somerset County | $407M | $8,002 | $3M | $31M |
| Knox County | $332M | $8,124 | $1M | $22M |
| Waldo County | $317M | $7,933 | $534,096 | $20M |
| Lincoln County | $314M | $8,748 | $39,956 | $26M |
| Franklin County | $230M | $7,646 | $490,519 | $19M |
| Piscataquis County | $158M | $9,217 | $1M | $16M |
Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Spending in Maine
Which county in Maine receives the most federal funding?
Cumberland County receives the most total federal funding among Maine counties with $3.6B in FY2024 obligations.
What is the average per-capita federal spending in Maine?
The average per-capita federal spending across Maine counties is $13,162, which is 40% above the national average of $9,394.
Does Maine receive more or less federal money than the national average?
Maine counties average $13,162 in per-capita federal spending, placing the state above the national average of $9,394 per resident.
What types of federal spending flow into Maine counties?
Federal spending in Maine counties includes contracts (for goods and services purchased by federal agencies), grants (federal awards to local governments, nonprofits, and institutions), and other direct obligations. The breakdown varies significantly by county based on military presence, research institutions, and local government programs.
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Data: USASpending.gov — Federal Spending Data (FY2024) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.